Understanding congestive heart failure: What you need to know
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) is a condition that affects millions of people around the world.
It occurs when the heart is unable to pump blood...
Why blood thinners can help fight heart disease, stroke
In the battle against heart disease, blood thinners emerge as critical allies. These medications, pivotal in preventing and treating blood clots, play a vital...
Taking these drugs at nighttime could harm heart health
In the realm of medical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety is paramount.
Midazolam, a medication renowned for its ability to induce calmness and amnesia...
Scientists develop new heart valve regeneration technique to treat heart disease
Researchers at Imperial College London and elsewhere have developed a new heart valve replacement therapy, potentially revolutionizing the treatment of faulty heart valves.
Published in...
A surprising link between drug overdose and cardiac arrest survival
In recent research, a striking discovery was made about people who suffer from a sudden stop of their heart due to a drug overdose.
These...
5 things women should ask their OB-GYN about their heart. Yes, the heart.
From the time they reach reproductive age, women are encouraged to visit an OB-GYN at least once a year for a wellness exam that...
Blood pressure variability can predict heart attack and stroke risk
A new study from the ASCOT study, led by researchers from Imperial College London and published in the European Heart Journal, shows that variations...
Widely used blood pressure drugs linked to heart failure, study finds
In a recent study published in the journal Hypertension, researchers from the University of Bologna have identified a concerning trend:
Women taking beta-blockers for high...
Her smartwatch alerted her to a heart issue the week of her 40th birthday
Two days before her 40th birthday, JuNene K. Harris was asleep at home in Lancaster, Texas, when she woke up to her smartwatch buzzing...
What is a heart attack? Cardiologists explain the condition following death of NBA coach
Golden State Warriors assistant coach Dejan Milojević died recently after a heart attack. Although most heart attacks happen in older people, younger people can...